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Where do I find correct upper control arm shaft and bushings with correct o-rings for 68 GT/CS. Rebuilding arms and can only find shafts with bushings with rubber on on outside of arms. Also what are the correct ball joints to use (side zerk or bottom). Probably posted this in the wrong area originally, posted in general discussion.

Where do I find correct upper control arm shaft and bushings with correct o-rings for 68 GT/CS. Rebuilding arms and can only find shafts with bushings with rubber on on outside of arms. Also what are the correct ball joints to use (side zerk or bottom).

For the upper ball joints the provision for the zert (though a plug was installed not a zert originally) was on the side of the upper part of the ball joint - aligning with the cut out in the top of the upper a arm

Sorry haven't had to purchase any of the shafts recently but would look at what Moog is offering and yes the internal o rings is what your looking for rather than the exterior boot

Thanks much, Have not had any luck finding correct control arm shafts with o rings from major parts distributors. NPD shows pics of correct shaft online but when I recieved shipment they had the grease seal on outside, the same with all the Moogs.

Thanks much, Have not had any luck finding correct control arm shafts with o rings from major parts distributors. NPD shows pics of correct shaft online but when I recieved shipment they had the grease seal on outside, the same with all the Moogs.

YUPP! That's what I have found also. Even some NOS Ford replacement control arms can have different-looking pieces (end caps for example). A difficult detail to "get it right" in looks while repairing any "slop".

FWIW, on a non-driven restoration, a person 'could' mix original parts up a bit, install new 'O'-rings and achieve satisfactory results if perhaps the shafts or ends are not worn too much. I probably WOULD NOT mix up parts & pieces from different makers or even originals if it were a "driven" restoration. I doubt the bushings would remain "snug" over time of use (mileage of use).

The O-Ring has a part number, 370367-S100, and is shown in Section 30, page 4, Illustration section 30, page 3, of the MPC (aka Ford Car Parts). Dimensions are shown in "Ford Standard and Utility Parts Catalog" page 47. I found a replacement at Grainger https://www.grainger.com/ 1KLP3 in a 50 pack (I did several cars). The material is Buna N which is for medium to heavy duty use. Their O-Ring is a bit larger but fits.Jim

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The O-Ring has a part number, 370367-S100, and is shown in Section 30, page 4, Illustration section 30, page 3, of the MPC (aka Ford Car Parts). Dimensions are shown in "Ford Standard and Utility Parts Catalog" page 47. I found a replacement at Grainger https://www.grainger.com/ 1KLP3 in a 50 pack (I did several cars). The material is Buna N which is for medium to heavy duty use. Their O-Ring is a bit larger but fits.Jim

What size does FORD call this out to be in their books? I measured my originals and used those numbers in my search but the replacements I found were in VERY limited supply (as in I bought all 3 they had and they cannot get more) These 3 I have look to be exactly the same in size.